
After attending a Project SEARCH tour at the Milwaukee County Zoo, Bonnie Hoeft, University Relations Manager, was inspired to get involved and help the interns prepare for interviews with potential employers. “I was impressed with how proud they were of the work they were doing and wanted to support them on their journey toward a meaningful job in the community. We thought a Mock Interview Day at Baird would be a great opportunity for the interns to practice answering questions in a supportive environment before their actual interviews.”

The Baird volunteers also completed an evaluation for the interns to take with them. The forms were full of great advice and thoughtful comments. The interns came away with constructive feedback on what went well and what to work on.
Without a doubt, this event had a positive impact on the interns. All agreed, it really helped them feel more relaxed, confident and better prepared for future interviews. A big thank you to the wonderful team from Baird for organizing and hosting an amazing Mock Interview Day!